AV-Comparatives: AV-Comparatives -Business Security Test 2024 (August – November)

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The second half-year report for AV-Comparatives’ 2024 Enterprise Main-Test Series, which includes Real-World Protection, Malware Protection, and Performance Tests, is now available. You can find detailed product reviews and the full report here: https://www.av-comparatives.org/tests/bu...t-november
 
AV-Comparatives Releases 2024 H2 Enterprise Cybersecurity Test Report: 17 Leading Business Security Solutions Evaluated

AV-Comparatives, a globally recognized independent security testing organization with ISO certification, has published its 2024 H2 Enterprise Security Test Report.

This comprehensive analysis serves as an invaluable resource for IT managers and CISOs, offering insights into the performance of endpoint security solutions tailored to business and enterprise environments.

As cyber threats evolve, antivirus vendors are under constant pressure to refine and enhance their solutions. The 2024 H2 Enterprise Security Test Report demonstrates how these products are adapting to emerging challenges, delivering improved protection.

This half-yearly report includes test results from Real-World Protection, Malware Protection, Performance (Speed Impact), and False-Positive tests. It provides detailed product reviews and descriptions, helping organizations evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of various solutions.

Tested VendorsSeventeen leading vendors participated in the tests, including: Avast, Bitdefender, Cisco, CrowdStrike, Elastic, ESET, G Data, K7, Kaspersky, Microsoft, NetSecurity, Rapid7, SenseOn, Sophos, Trellix, VIPRE, and VMware.

Key Test Categories

1. Real-World Protection Test
   Evaluates how effectively endpoint security solutions defend against internet-borne threats over a four-month period.
   
2. Malware Protection Test
   Assesses the ability to detect and neutralize malicious programs introduced via local networks or external drives.
   
3. Performance Test
   Measures system efficiency, ensuring robust security without significant speed impacts.
   
4. False Alarm Test
   Conducted alongside the protection tests, this evaluation ensures minimal false positives, which can disrupt business operations.
   

Why This Report Matters

The findings from these tests provide critical insights for businesses, helping decision-makers choose solutions that align with their operational needs. Whether for SMBs or large enterprises, the report offers a clear, comparative view of the tested products’ capabilities.

Full Report